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The Grilled Cheese Bistro

Address
345 Granby Street Norfolk VA 23510
Phone
(757) 233-2512
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Business Hours

Status: Closes in 26 minutes

Sunday
12:00pm-6:00pm
Monday
10:00am-3:00pm, 6:00pm-10:00pm
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
10:00am-3:00pm, 6:00pm-10:00pm
Thursday
10:00am-3:00pm, 6:00pm-10:00pm
Friday
10:00am-3:00pm, 6:00pm-10:00pm
Saturday
10:00am-3:00pm, 6:00pm-10:00pm

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80

This lovely spot fills two big needs for folks in downtown Norfolk: they are open late and they have beer. Sure, they also have a list of scrumptious...

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The menu is full of interesting grilled cheese, and the three I've tried are delicious. I can heartily recommend the Violet (blueberries and brie), the...

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100

Adorable place! Mother-young adult day on Granby Street. I never thought I would have a grilled cheese sandwich on China plates but their sandwiches...

There was almost nothing I did not LOVE about this restaurant!!! Words cannot do justice how delicious every single item was. The cinnamon cayenne pepper fries were crispy and sweet, The Islander was salty and sweet and cheesy, and The Smokehouse was perfectly named, smoky and delicious. The sangria was citrusy and not too sweet. This is a delicious indulgence that I cannot get enough of. The...

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Was looking for some good sandwich place in Norfolk and found u guys on Urbanspoon. It was packed but the wait was worth it. The Best Grilled Cheese in town. Will come back for sure. Thanx

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100

Amazing amazing amazing

The food was absolutely mouth watering. I ordered the Johnny Appleseed with the tomato bisque as the dipper and it was simply AMAZING. Two thumbs up and I will be back in the future.

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We had the parmesan and chimichurri fries to start and the shared the Islander and the Giuseppe, complemented by the French press coffee. Everything was so amazing, including the service from Carl. If you want to try a different spin on grilled cheese and have a really fun experience, you must come by!

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I'm never cooking again! This place is amazing! !

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My friend and i tried your restaurant out today and it was seriously the best food i have eaten in a long time! We will definitely be back!

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I don't think I've ever had a better grilled cheese or sangria in my life!! The fries are to die for!!

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100

Not only was the food great but the service was as well! We were in for lunch today and had our 5.5 month old with us. The only seating they had was at the bar near the restrooms. As soon as a short table became available, they immediately moved us so we could be more comfortable with the baby.
We had ordered the fries with parmesan and chimichuri. When our food came the baby was wanting it....

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100

Just went for dinner...it was fantastic. Great atmosphere, AMAZING food and spot on service. The staff was almost giddy with excitement about what they are doing. As a business owner that is a great compliment...a happy staff! Will definitely be back!!!

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Stopped by today and had the BBQ GC sandwich and daughter had the mac n' cheese GC sandwich. Both were served hot, stuffed, and tasty! I will be back!

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80

Short walk from my hotel. Small but fantastic menu and service. I got the Don Quixote. Incredible.

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80

Went here for the first time. Very nice little spot for a small restaurant on Granby Street which has a good population of people walking up and down outside. Here are my pros and cons: Pros-very nice spot if you are on a date night. Me and my girlfriend met somebody off of a Meetup group and we …

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20

Very disappointed with this place. We were one of 8 people in the restaurant on a Monday night and our meals(Grilled Cheese sandwiches) did not come out at the same time. Even worse, our last meal was served after everyone else was finished. Waitress did not even offer to comp that meal. Not worth the parking fee downtown!!

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100

A sandwich place and a whole lot more. Giant grilled cheese sandwiches on sourdough and other breads and stuffed with Mac and Cheese or a Rubin inside or pulled pork or you name it. Service was swift and well done. Evisa and Kari were handling the service expertly.

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80

You wouldn't think that a place that specializes in one item would be so great...BUT YOU'D BE WRONG. This small, intimate restaurant is fantastic in its grilled cheese selections. From the great Smokehouse riddled with gooey cheddar and NC BBQ, the Dreamin' of Reuben (a variation on a Reuben …

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100

So delicious! Love the sandwich options and the coziness. Reminds me of NYC!

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Service was great! I highly recommend the Smoke House grilled cheese! Awesome experience and great food!!

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My daughter and I stopped in on Saturday. We had the Woody Allen and a complimentary order of chimichurri fries, as the chef made an extra by accident and saw us drooling over them. Everything was so delicious. The only way to describe this place is worded perfectly by my daughter. " God opened up a little window of heaven today. That window is The Grilled Cheese Bistro". Thank you!

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100

Recommending to everyone I know! Friendly staff, and food that will be best friends with your taste buds.

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100

OK...so it's a brisk 50*, you are downtown Norfolk... YA GOTTA GO.
Tomato Bisque rivals the best, the sandwiches offer variety and delicate herbal escape... But THEY ARE SWAMPED. Go with the attitude that it's worth ANY WAIT. Because, it is.
Great short wine list. Ok It did influence the meal. As good wine should. Gotta try their fried Pickles.
DA BEST!

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100

Went for the first time yesterday....words can't describe the love in this food. My son had the Mac n Cheese grill cheese and was ready to sleep. I've sent pics to my coworkers. I can't wait to go back. Thanks DT

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100

We just ate here last night on the recommendation of my daughter and we loved it! The hardest part was deciding which sandwich to try they all looked so good I'm sure will be back to try the all! The sangria was awesome and I'm not even a wine drinker! We can't wait to eat there again keep up the good work.

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100

Awesome gourmet grilled cheese!!! Must go to next time in Norfolk. Staff is so friendly.

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The wait was short, the staff was great, the food was even better!!!!! We will definitely be returning, and bringing our friends!!!! Thanks for the cheese sample!

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100

Very welcoming staff, great environment. Amazing service. Definitely a welcome addition to Granby AND Norfolk.

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Beyond amazing, phenomenal service, beyond amazing food :)

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I love this place! Lucky to have it near the campus(:

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100

The shop is pleasant, the people are friendly, and the food is AMAZING!

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Amazing place and food and people. LOVED IT!!!!

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100

Delicious to say the very least! Dina knocked it out of the park! Truly something special!

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40

Mediocre Grilled Cheeses and sub par appetizers. Never going again and wouldn't recommend this to any one. Unless you like blowing your money on crappy food. The only good thing was the waitress because she was fast with drinks.

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100

Awesome food, professional staff, and the perfect atmosphere!

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I had the Woody Allen when I was there. It was delicious! Our waitress was very attentive and very nice. Overall a great experience.

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100

I've been here twice during the opening weekend. Great food and service. The seating is tight but thats to be expected in such a small place.

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100

A combination I never knew I needed: the Woody Allen -- salmon, brie, dill and capers all melted togther between two perfectly toasted pieces of bread with a side of chimmichurri and parmesan fries.

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100

The food is great and a fabulous change from the ordinary grilled cheese sandwich. Try the awesome sangria, you will not regret it!

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20

Not sure about the food because after 15 minutes no one has said a word to me. Leaving.

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100

I came as part of a group of 3 vegans today. Upon hearing we were vegan, the owner came over, apologized that they were out of vegan cheese, then told us they would go purchase some for us RIGHT THEN, which they did! Once the food came, it was absolutely delicious. Everyone was super nice, the drinks were strong, the food was great, the customer service was ON POINT, and I will definitely be...

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100

Finally had a chance to check out GCB a couple weeks ago. Ordered to-go, and it was quite a wait - but I'd have never known it because the staff was amazing. Chatting people up, getting drinks served (even to those who were standing and waiting for a table). That Johnny Appleseed was the most amazing sandwich - we're talking last-meal-worthy. And those fries - heavenly. Hope to make it back...

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100

Another visit last evening....what a local gem we now have....each visit shows the planning, effort, and love for this concept....ya'll did good! . bill graham

I took the kids here for lunch one day. Cool spot with a good staff. One kid got 3 cheese one got a smoked salmon with dill & I got one with blueberries on walnut blue cheese sourdough. They were all good and quite large. I also got a dipper of tomato basil soup and we split an order of fries. Overall a really fun spot but a little pricey for grilled cheese sandwiches. They were only offering...

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Cool little spot for excellent grilled cheeses and friendly conversation. Sandwiches are generous in size and stuffins'. The decor is simple and our waitress Chloe was super nice and very attentive.

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Loved it! The Gooey and the tomato bisque is a match made in heaven. Enjoyed the live music too! I will definitely be coming back.

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60

Four friends go out several times a year and look forward to being together. The food was delicious, I had sangria and a Don Quixote. Yummy. Service was fine until we were asked twice to share our table with two more people, then given to-go containers while we were still eating.....waitresses processed our checks on her iPad-awkward and uncomfortable as she watched us type in the tip amount....

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100

Loved my first visit today for lunch!! Wonderful staff, atmosphere and food. Exciting specials on the chalk board and a great list of regular grilled chesses.....not to mention the fries and fried pickles :) Great addition to DT!!

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Went last night and Chocolate Levian Special and was delicious and service was awesome! Nice place!! Very unique!

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Amazing!!! Food was amazing! Loved the service and atmosphere! Great chatting with Carl and everyone was just wonderful! Will definitely return!

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Awesome! Great food..Excellent Staff... Simply Awesome!

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Amazing food and service with a great vibe! A much needed restaurant for downtown Norfolk!

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Fantastic specialty grilled cheese choices, friendly staff, and the sangria is amazing too. The kids loved the "gooey" & the "hangover." We will definitely be back!

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100

I had the big "O" this morning, no joke. French toast, peanut butter, banana, Nutella and mascarpone, with some fabulous bacon in the middle, drizzled with love. You need to try this.

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100

Well worth the 20 minute wait for a table. My hubby and I split the gooey because the sandwiches are huge. I had the tomato bisque dipper and he had the Parmesan and chimichurri fries. Everything was amazing! Carl was an awesome server. Great atmosphere. Will be back when we visit Norfolk again.

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100

One of the most creative and enjoyable places to eat. It's the kind of place you would want to show off to friends/family from out of town :) friendly atmosphere, great live acoustic music on the weekends. It's clear that the staff does the absolute best that they can to take care of the guests when things are crazy/crowded and the wait is long. Food is incredible... All of it!

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100

Just awesome, found via facebook, opened only 3 weeks, beer, wine and food just awesome. Local, same business owned. Happy to partake and will be back. Food is just to die for!!!!

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My husband and I ate there yesterday, it's not an ordinary Grill cheese sandwich. The Sam I Am with a hard fried egg is really good. Oh and the sphere fried pickles are also delicious. My husband had the apple bacon with apple slices on his grill cheese, he said it was delicious and it's all very filling. The place is small but very cozy. We had a huge table and invited 4 strangers to sit down...

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Amazing food!! The portions are great for the price! Seems they truly care to make sure everyone has a great experience! Keep this up you'll do great!

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Love love love the grilled cheese bistro!!! If I had a restaurant it would be just like this place! Great food great space and great people! We have already been three times and planning on any more!

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The Grilled Cheese Bistro features hand-crafted, gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches made with the finest cheese and fresh-baked artisan breads.

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